Psychology PhD positions at KU Leuven | Apply fast before time flies out! - Deadlines within a week max!
1) PERINATAL DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY - FROM PREVALENCE TO PREVENTION
About the Project:
This PhD position is situated in a larger two-part research study on perinatal depression and anxiety in perinatal women. The perinatal period (defined as pregnancy and the first postnatal year) is a period of important changes and considerable adjustment for parents. Up to 20% of (expectant) mothers report perinatal maternal mental health problems (PMH).
The first part of this larger study concerns a longitudinal epidemiological study of PMH problems in (expectant) mothers referred to the outpatient clinic of the university hospital of Leuven. The main objective of the first part of this study is to improve the prediction and ultimately the prevention of PMH problems in women in the perinatal phase.
The second part of this project focuses on expectant mothers with moderate risk to develop perinatal depression. We will examine the (cost-)effectiveness of an online self-help intervention that has been developed in the context of http://www.depressiehulp.be as compared to a brief face-to-face intervention in these mothers. The current vacancy is situated within this trial.
As part of your PhD you will:
- Help design the intervention for (expectant) mothers (development and/or adaptation of a mentalization based intervention for this particular population.
- Manage the trial from the screening stage to follow-up.
- Become part of a stimulating research team.
The candidate will have e.g. following assignments:
- systematic literature review
- follow training programs to improve specific knowledge and skills in specific methodologies.
- Data collection, field work
- Processing, analysis, interpretation and reporting research results
- Publications in international peer-reviewed scientific journals
- Presentations at national and international meetings
- Assignments of administrative and organizational nature
Apply if your Profile matches the following:
- You obtained a Master's Degree in (Clinical) Psychology, Educational Studies or Medicine.
- You have excellent knowledge of and interest in clinical psychology and psychiatry.
- You have excellent clinical skills to develop a positive working alliance with patients.
- You have a strong interest in mentalization based interventions for young parents.
- You have strong communication and social skills as you will play a central role in the communication between team members, medical doctors, and other professionals.
- You can work independently, but you are also a team player.
- You have a solid basis in research and data analysis methods.
- You have good language skills in Dutch (Level C1 is mandatory) and in English (reading, writing and speaking).
The PhD Job Offer terms:
We offer a a full-time 2-year PhD fellowship at KU Leuven, renewable for 2 years, in a multidisciplinary and stimulating research group. You will get the unique opportunity to be involved in innovative research within the field of perinatal mental health and risk stratification. You will get the chance to collaborate in research that has a high social impact. You will work in a dynamic and multidisciplinary research team. You will work in an inspiring work environment. There is a lot of variation in your work context: from literature research to interaction with stakeholders, to writing and field work.
Are you Interested?
For more information, please contact Prof. dr. Nicole Vliegen, tel.: +32 16 32 58 63, mail: nicole.vliegen@kuleuven.be or Prof. dr. Titia Hompes, tel.: +32 16 37 29 46, mail: titia.hompes@kuleuven.be.
You can apply for this job no later than June 30, 2023, via the online application tool.
2) Image of humanity@work
About the Project:
You will conduct an academic research project and write a PhD thesis within the field of work-related perceptions of human nature and implicit theories in HRM. You will focus on how assumptions about human nature or the “human image” can influence the relationship between an employee and an organization, as well as the extent to which employees differ in the proactive work behavior(s) they exhibit in their job and in their career. Implicit theories comprise assumptions and mental models that influence how people understand the world and take action. There are various images of humanity that can coexist and interact, and they may all have an impact on individual level organizational behavior. We want to study (i.e. test and contrast) for instance the impact of a traditional, humanistic, positive, social, rational, and altruistic human image. We want to study the extent to which employee proactive work behavior depends on (1) how humans are perceived and treated within the organization, (2) what human image or implicit theory about HRM employees personally adhere to and (3) how the shared human image/implicit theory within the organization aligns with an employee’s individual perception. We thus want to contrast the implications of holding different assumptions regarding human nature. Studies may take the form of surveys and vignettes studies as well as in-dept interviews. The precise development of the project will be done in constructive consultation with the doctoral candidate throughout the four-year project. Funding is guaranteed for four years. However, the promoters work closely with the doctoral candidate to attract further funding for this project.
As part of your PhD, you will:
- Working proactively on the several steps of the project (e.g., literature review, data collection, data analysis)
- Writing scientific papers with the aim of integrating them in a doctoral dissertation.
- Active participation in (international) seminars and conferences;
- Completion of the PhD program of the Faculty of Economics and Business (see: https://feb.kuleuven.be/research/PhD/businesseconomics/Business)
- Provision of teaching support in courses of the academic faculty (e.g., supervision of master's theses, supervising and grading exams).
Apply if your Profile matches the following:
- You hold a master’s degree in applied economics, Economics, Psychology, Social Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, or a related discipline.
- You obtained at least 2 ‘honours’ (e.g., cum laude, distinction) over the course of your higher education.
- You are intellectually curious and are interested in the topics of work-related perceptions of human nature and proactive work behavior.
- You have experience with or strong interest in designing and executing quantitative and qualitative research.
- You are well organized and capable of taking initiative and working independently.
- You have good writing skills and are fluent in English and speaking in front of an audience does not deter you (e.g., presenting at a conference)
- You are an analytic thinker with a proactive, self-directed approach to work.
- You are also willing to invest in your personal development.
- You are committed to Open Science, Research Ethics, and Responsible Research Practices.
The PhD Job Offer term:
We offer employment as a full-time doctoral researcher in a stimulating environment in a group that is actively involved in research at the highest international level from October 1st, 2023 (to be discussed) subject to admission by the PhD committee (see https://admin.kuleuven.be/reglementen/onderwijs/doctoraat/index) for a period of 4 years subject to a positive assessment after 12 months. We want to take you through a process in which you grow as a scientist to conduct and publish rigorous scientific research of integrity and relevance to the scientific debate in your field and to practice. The doctoral program supports you in acquiring relevant research methods for your project. The main workplace is Antwerp (concrete modalities about workplace-home work to be discussed).
More information on the terms of employment can be found on: https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/en/working-at-kuleuven
Are you Interested?
You can apply for this job no later than July 7th, 2023 via the online application tool. Your application should contain a CV (with detailed study results), a cover letter and a one-page summary of your master’s thesis and a reference letter (e.g. supervisor of your master's thesis). Important note: your cover letter should include the reason(s) why you are interested in this specific position and project, as well as facts or examples showing that you meet the stated expectations. The retained candidates will be invited for a face-to-face interview that will ideally take place on July 7 2023. A research assignment might be integrated. The selection decision will be made no later than August 14, 2023.
If you have any questions concerning this position, you can contact Prof. Dr. Rein De Cooman (rein.decooman@kuleuven.be) or Prof. Dr. Marijke Verbruggen (Marijke.verbruggen@kuleuven.be).
You can apply for this job no later than July 07, 2023 via the online application tool
3) The Development of Attachment and the Role of Dopamine
- Candidates should hold a Master of Science degree in relevant fields such as psychology, educational sciences, biology, medical sciences, or biomedical sciences.
- Candidates should be motivated and interested in dedicating six years to delve into theoretical questions, developing and conducting experimental research with elementary school children, and acquiring additional training and/or conducting complex statistical analyses.
- Candidates should be willing to write in English.
- Since most teaching assignments are conducted in Dutch and the research requires communication with participants in Dutch, it is important for candidates to have a fluent command of the Dutch language.
4) Unraveling the neurobiological mechanisms underlying the bidirectional sleep-pain link
- Joint PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy (VUB) and Biomedical Sciences (KU Leuven) with VUB as main institution.
- You will be part of the research groups PAIN (VUB) and LaBGAS (KU Leuven).
- Full-time employment (38 hours per week).
- Estimated net salary per month: ca. EUR 2000, - (depending on qualification, age, and family situation).
- Duration of contract: 4 years (based on a successful intermediate evaluation at VUB and KU Leuven after 1 year).
- As a partner of the Doctoral School of Life Sciences and Medicine (VUB) and the Leuven International Doctoral School Biomedical Sciences (KU Leuven) you are offered the opportunity to participate in a broad spectrum of activities related to training, education, and career development.
5) Stress regulation in children with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities
- You have a master's degree in educational sciences, psychology or an equivalent and relevant degree, or you will obtain that degree before 1st October 2023
- You are enthusiastic, driven and eager to learn
- You are interested in the development and care of people with profound and multiple disabilities.
- You are self-managing and have a sense of initiative, but you are also a team player. \You are good at organizing and planning.
- Experience with research involving people with disabilities (research internship, research project) is a plus.
- You are willing to embark on a PhD trajectory.
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